Handicapped parking pass

With a disabled parking permit (GPK), you can park for free in the Netherlands and most EU countries in general disabled parking spaces (recognizable by the wheelchair symbol). You are also often allowed to park for an unlimited period in blue zones and for up to 3 hours in no-parking zones (sign E1), on residential streets, and along broken yellow lines, provided you use a parking disc.

Conditions of disabled parking permit

To qualify for a disabled parking permit, the following conditions apply.

  • You must comply with local parking regulations.
  • You apply for the disabled parking permit in the municipality where you are registered.

Important rules and exceptions:

  • Parking disc required: When parking in prohibited zones or in areas with a time limit (such as the 3-hour rule), you must use a parking disc.
  • Exceptions to free parking: Not all disabled parking spaces are free. At hospitals, shopping centers, and on private property, you often still have to pay, or specific municipal rules apply.
  • License plate parking spaces: You may not park in a disabled parking space with a specific license plate sign unless it is your own reserved space.
  • Location: The card is personal, not linked to a vehicle, and must be clearly visible behind the windshield.
  • No free pass: You may not park in places where it hinders safety, such as on sidewalks or bike paths.

Driver card terms and conditions

You are permanently wheelchair-bound.

OR

You have a walking disability:

  • which lasts longer than 6 months;
  • and are unable to independently walk 100 meters at a stretch with walking aids.

OR

You have:

  • Entry and exit problems;
  • Very severe incontinence;
  • non-portable medical devices.

Conditions of passenger card

You are permanently wheelchair-bound.

AND

You are continuously (always) dependent on driver assistance from door to door.

OR

You have a walking disability:

  • which lasts longer than 6 months;
  • and are unable to independently walk 100 meters at a stretch with walking aids.

AND

You are continuously (always) dependent on driver assistance from door to door.

Would you like to apply for a passenger card?

If so, contact the municipality by phone at 140511.

Disabled parking permit application or renewal 

You can apply or renew a disabled parking permit online. 

DigiDApply for your disabled parking permit online

Requesting on paper 

Prefer to apply for the disabled parking permit on paper? Then contact us by phone at 14 0511. We will send you an application form.

Would you like to apply for a passenger card?

If so, contact the municipality by phone at 140511.

What does it cost?

  • Medical examination: €71.30. You will also pay these costs if it turns out that you are not entitled to a disabled parking permit.
  • Disabled parking permit: €31.60
  • Card renewal: €31.60

What do I need?

For the online application, you will need the following: 

  • A color passport photo that looks good and is no more than 6 months old. The passport photo must meet the passport photo requirements.
    • If you don’t yet have passport photos that meet the requirements, have one taken by a professional photographer. An online passport photo service does not meet the requirements. 
    • Tip: Take a photo of your paper passport photo with your cell phone or scan it;
  • A valid driver's license  

For the paper application, you will need the following: 

To pick up your disabled parking permit, bring the following: 

  • Your valid ID;
  • Your old disabled parking permit (if you have one).

Will I get a medical examination?

Are you applying for the disabled parking permit for the first time? Then you will first be medically examined by an independent doctor. The examination takes place at the town hall.  

How long is the disabled parking permit valid?

A European disabled parking permit is valid for up to 5 years. The doctor examining you may recommend a shorter period. This depends on your situation. 

What disability parking tickets are there?

There are three different disabled parking permits: 

Driver's card 

You are disabled and drive a vehicle yourself. For example, a car (you must have driving license B), moped (you must have driving license AM) or Canta. This card bears the letter B. The card is not linked to a license plate, but to you as a person. You can use the card for any vehicle. 

Passenger card 

You are disabled but do not drive a vehicle by yourself. And you always depend on the driver's assistance from door to door. This card bears the letter P. The card is not tied to a license plate, but to you as a person. Therefore, if you are not a passenger, this card may not be used. Would you like to apply for a passenger card? Please contact the municipality by phone at 140511.

Combined map 

You permanently use a wheelchair and/or have another serious physical disability that makes walking difficult. The combination card is issued in exceptional cases. The card is personal and not license plate bound. It can therefore be used for any car.